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Mallorca News & MagazineMallorca pursues 146 illegal holiday rental cases
Palma, Mallorca, 15 September: 146 illegal holiday rental cases bring €2.1m in fines as repeat offenders on Mallorca face prosecutors from autumn.
Mallorca traffic app gets €1.7m for parking updates
Mallorca, 15 September: a €1.7m plan backs a traffic app and 5G signs to show live traffic and available parking in Mallorca's busiest zones.
Mallorca News & MagazineBalearics beat 2025 electric car target with ease
On 15 September 2026, a report says the Balearics have beaten their 2025 electric-car goal, while Spain is only 17.5% towards 2030 and charging lags.
Mallorca News & MagazinePP seeks citizenship removal for serious crimes
Madrid, 15 September 2026: PP spokeswoman Ester Muñoz says the party is working on a law to remove citizenship from immigrants who commit serious crimes.
Balearics sea border: PP demands permanent boost
On 15 September 2026 in Ibiza, the PP urges a lasting boost for the Balearics sea border after Ceuta's July crisis, warning of pressure on rescue and reception.
Mallorca News & MagazineSpain heat: September runs more than 4ºC above average
On 15 September, Eltiempo.es says Spain’s heat runs more than +4ºC above average, with records from Huelva to Barcelona and warmth ahead.
Mallorca News & MagazinePalma airport records 60.5% punctuality in summer
On 15 September 2026, AirHelp says Palma airport recorded 60.5% punctuality over summer, the lowest rate among Spain's larger airports in the country.
Mallorca News & MagazineMallorca storm damage: more than 80 rebuild power grid
On 15 September, more than 80 workers continue rebuilding Mallorca’s storm-damaged power grid in Valldemossa, Esporles and Banyalbufar.
Mallorca News & MagazineMallorca: Prohens calls migration inaction desperate
In Palma on 15 September, Marga Prohens calls central government inaction on irregular migration to the Balearics “desperate” as a boat reaches Colònia.
Mallorca News & MagazineMallorca tackles 146 illegal holiday-let cases
Palma, 15 September: Mallorca has handled 146 illegal holiday-let cases by July, with proposed fines above €4.3 million and 54 fast-track cases resolved.
Mallorca News & MagazineMallorca homes: EU route opens for second-home curbs
In Palma on 15 September, Marga Prohens says the Balearics will assess any EU-backed limits on second homes and purchases by non-residents.
United Aviation buys Mallorcair at Palma Airport
On 15 September 2026, United Aviation Services buys Mallorcair at Palma Airport, adding private-flight handling and an FBO to Stellair Group.
Mallorca News & MagazinePhuket: Barceló opens 202-room second Thailand hotel
On 15 September, Barceló opens the 202-room Occidental Bangtao Beach Resort on Phuket, its second hotel in Thailand, including pool-access rooms.
Mallorca News & MagazineIbiza tourism: overnight stays fall 8% despite more tourists
Ibiza's overnight stays fell 8% in 2025 while tourist numbers rose 1.2%. On 15 September 2026, Jaume Bauzá and Álex Pitaluga clashed over the figures.
Mallorca News & MagazineSpain hospitality jobs lead year-end hiring plans
Madrid, 15 September 2026: Spain’s hospitality sector posts a 37% hiring outlook for the final quarter, ahead of technology, retail and logistics.
Mallorca News & MagazineDriving school switch fees can hit €300 in Spain
Madrid, 15 September 2026: Spain’s OCU warns driving-school pupils about hidden costs, limited lessons and switch fees of up to €300 in some contracts.
Mallorca News & MagazineFormentera coastal permits row: minister blames left
Formentera’s coastal permits face scrutiny on 15 September 2026 as a minister blames the left and PSOE challenges a ruling issued after an event.
Mallorca News & MagazineMallorca traditional boats: Minister defends aid
Palma, 15 September: Juan Manuel Lafuente defends aid for Mallorca’s traditional boats as PSIB demands funding over the Portocolom case in Parliament.
Mallorca News & MagazineMallorca groups press Prohens on tourist rentals
On 22 September in Palma, GOB and Terraferida take six proposals for Mallorca to Marga Prohens, from tourist rentals to roads, water and climate.
Mallorca News & MagazineSon Espases boss backed despite calls to sack her
Palma, 15 September: Mallorca health minister Manuela García backs Son Espases chief Cristina Granados as Socialists demand her dismissal in Parliament.
Mallorca News & MagazineBalearics building area jumps 55.39% in first half
On 15 September 2026, the Balearics lead Spain as approved building area for new homes and major refurbishments climbs 55.39% in the first half of 2026.
Mallorca News & MagazineMallorca police shortage: staff and resources lacking
On 15 September in Palma, Antonia Estarellas says National Police and Guardia Civil lack staff and resources across the Balearic Islands, in Parliament.
Mallorca News & MagazineMallorca boating groups seek wider Tramuntana sea protection
In Palma on 15 September, Fanmed urges a scientific review of sea protection at Mallorca's Serra de Tramuntana, with expansion of the area possible.
Mallorca News & MagazinePalma stabbing kills young man as minor is held
Palma, 15 September 2026: A young man dies after a stabbing near Calle Indalecio Prieto. Police arrest a minor and continue the investigation.
Ibiza school heat: PSOE demands action in Santa Eulària
On 15 September, PSOE urges Santa Eulària Town Hall in Ibiza to act now on hot classrooms and speed up school air-conditioning work.